We are Tax-Accountants, Business Advisors, and PR Experts for Touring  and In-residence Artists & DJs.

We are Entertainment Tax-Accountants, Business Advisors, and PR Experts for Touring and In-Residence Artists and DJs.

"They are On-A-ROLL!!". "They are ON-FIRE!!". Their SOLD-OUT shows are breaking attendance record and boosting Economic activities in EVERY city. We have/got their backs; and we are going HARD for them. You can see those BIG SMILES on their faces. We help them make their tour a MEMORABLE event with an endearing story to tell. Oh, yeah!!!!!

This website has a readership of over 1,020,000. Some of them are Clients and some of them are Paid Subscribers. They LOVE how we are keeping it REAL with them, "BIG TIME!!". Is being Authentic a good thing? Hell, Yeah!!!!

We COMBINE / MERGE our Expertise in Busiess,Taxation, Acounting, and Marketing with our Training, Education, Industry-Specific Knowledge, and Experiences in this industry (A rarity in the Entertainment Accounting Profession).

We have done work for some of the big names in the Entertainment Industry (Music, Fashion, Sports, Films, and Hospitality/Culinary). We work/operate from the Business and PR Sides of this Industry (Planning & Execution; Financial Management; USA and Foreign Tax Compliance issues(IRS and IRD); Purchase & Sale of Investments; Investments Diversification Strategies for Safety & Protection from Volatility in speculative markets; Returns on Investments; Crisis Management; and Accountability).

We answer our clients Tough Questions, and we share our Co-competencies, Insights, and Oversights with them. We get things done quickly. We deliver exceptional results everytime; and we keep them smiling(Signed NDA). Time Management is VERY important to us. Contact us by Phone or E-mail when you are READY to do BUSINESS with us. Lets get to the SPECIFICS and keep it REAL!!

 

Congratulations (Carrie Underwood)

Congratulations to the Pop / Rock / Country STAR; and the Talented, Versatile, Vivacious, and Amazing Carrie Underwood on her new "Denim & Rhinestone" Tour, from October 15, 2022 to March 17, 2023, (43 performance dates) in honor of her 9th studio album with the same name. "She is On-A-ROLL!!". She is donating $1 for every ticket sold. Donations will go to "The Tunnels to Towers Foundation", a non-profit foundation that supports U.S. Veterans and their families. Grab your spot fast!! Tickets for the tour are selling like hot cakes. Oh, Yeah!!!!

"A Night Of Joy" concert in Nashville, Tennessee. Wednesday April 12, 2023. Carrie Underwood will be performing at this benefit event to raise money for the victims of the "Nashville Covenant School" shooting. Grab your tickets fast. A mere/slight mention of her name will generate excitement and cause a stampede. You Bet!!

Carrie Underwood SOLD-OUT tour in EVERY VENUE started and ended with a, "BANG!!!", with RECORD occupancy of Hotel rooms and Airbnb rentals; and a BIG boost in the economy/tourism sector in EVERY CITY. Her merchandise were SOLD-OUT in EVERY VENUE. Her musical set is a masterpiece. Her fans were enthralled with her performances and the bars she belted-out. They were reciting her songs like church choirs; and screaming for more lyrics from her repertoire of Hit songs and Medley of Fans-favorite songs.She is "On-A-ROLL" with BACK-2-BACK Touring and In-Residence Shows. She is back In-Residence at Las Vegas World Resort Theater where she will be performing 40 Live Shows. Her Live show, "Reflection" is a MUST to see (A Mind-blowing event:- A breath-taking musical journey, coupled with her bubbly personality and her Alluring and Irresistible Smiles; and her hilarious one-liners) -A rarity. Show-Time Dates:-(June 21 to July 01; September 20 to 30; and November 29 to December 16, 2023). Super-fans and Cross-over fans are coming from countries around the world. GRAB your tickets at "Early Bird" price and get Priority Entry, Early Access to Merchandise Stands, Discount at select Bars, and Photo Opportunity before fans start camping outside the theater like a pilgrimage. Box Office Ticket Sales (888) 862-3043. Easy-Peasy!! 

****NOTE:-New Arrivals of Designers Collection are flying off the racks. Bergdorf Goodman, N.Y. Store (212)753-7300 got the BAG, Clothing, Jewelry & Accessories at discount price. Ask for Ms. Pierre(Saint Laurent, Loewe, Prada, Tom Ford, Valentino, Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin, Brunello Cucinelli, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, Bottega Veneta, etc). Essential components of a GOOD handbag:- Appearance/Looks, Practicality, Longivity and Value.

 

Congratulations (Taylor Swift)

As of June 2023, a bill to Criminalize Ticket Scalping was introduce in Brazil ("TheTaylor Swift Law").If it becomes law, scalpers will face up to 4-years in prison and charge fines of up to 100 time the original ticket price.

Kudos, to Taylor Swift!! Her "ERAS TOUR" that began in Glendale, AZ  in March 2023 has generate a RECORD-BREAKING Gross Revenue of $1.5 Billion and ADDED $4.6 Billion to North Americas Economy. For Taylor Swift, that is just a WARM-UP/a rehearsal. She has energy to burn; and her ambition is MIND-BLOWING. She is an Economic Phenomenon; and we are going HARD for her.

The tour had a rocky start because Extreme Demand for ticket purchases had CRASHED TicketMaster system. She is Resilient, Clever, and VERY Strategic. She has managed to complete the 27 North AmericaTour Dates in Inglewood, CA on Aug. 09, 2023. She showed her gratitude by donating Millions of dollars and Truck-Loads of provisions/produce and groceries from Farmers and Supermarkets to Food Banks in EVERY city where she has performed; and paying a BONUS of $100,000 to EACH of the 50 Truck Drivers in her tour crew; and a bonus to ALL the other members in her entourage.Everybody is smiling, like they win the Lottery.

She is heading to Canada, Mexico, South America, and St. Lucia to perform a slew of shows from August 24 to Nov. 26, 2023. She knows how to Feed Fans Frenzy; and Brazilians cant get enough off her. She has Brazil on LOCK-DOWN, with shows in Rio de Janero and Sao Paulo.This has started a bidding frenzy among the other South American countries as each country eagerly competes for a BOOST in Tourism, Employment Opportunities, and an Influx of cash in its economy.

She will start/begin the Asian, European, and Australian leg of the tour in February 2024. "SWIFTIES"(that is how she affectionately calls her legions of super fans) overthere are Super Excited/Elated. Their enthusiasm is overwhelming; and some venues are already SOLD-OUT, as of August 2023. There will be a total of 119 shows outside of North America. Each show has a 3-hour Set-List. OVERALL, this BLOCK-BUSTER and World-Record Concert Tour will deliver 146 Shows across 5 Continents and GROSS a conservative and realistic estimated revenue of US$3 Billion if Taylor Swift doesnt add more shows. There will be an Influx in Tourism and Cash-flow in EVERY country, Record breaking attendance, Sold-out venues, and Sold-out merchandise in EVERY country. Log on to TicketMasters.com and book your event/venue. We are going HARD for her. Oh, Yeah!!!!!!!

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Hallmarks For Our Longivity In Business

Our Contractual Obligations(Transparency/Clarity of Agenda):- "We Dont Monkey Around!". Most importantly, is our Fiduciary duty / "Duty-of-Care" (Accountability/Due Diligence) to spot appearance of impropriety/Red-Flags (Anomalies/ Irregularities), and QUICKLY intervene (Checks & Balances) and deter Transactions that are set-up/designed to extort/swindle money from you (Financial Oversight/Forensic Audit).

Our network is Vast and Varied; and the Synergies we bring to EVERY client are Limitless. We will help you make your Concert Tours and Long-term plans Financially Successful; and we will keep EVERYTHING Discreet (Signed NDA) for your Personal Safety, as we have done for others in the entertainment Industry. Testimonials that we have received during our annual clients/artists survey are overwhelmingly impressive. They thank God we have their backs(Excellence of execution and clients/artists satisfaction).

We understand the Economics of the Industry and the Financial Reporting Complexities that are associated with Tour Expenses; Promotion Costs; Royalty Tracking; Accounts Receivable Collections; Overseas Earnings; On-shore and Off-shore Transactions; Tariffs; Sales Tax(U.S.A.); VAT(38 OECD Countries); GST & VAT(Australia); GCT(Jamaica); Transfer Tax Credit; Activity-based Costing; Interstate Tax Credit; Foreign Tax Credit; Foreign Income Exclusion; International Tax Treaties, etc, etc. Our CONTINUALLY updated Tax Database contains over 1,000 Tax Strategies that are UNIQUE to your industry. It enables us to use the BEST Tax-efficient Structure that will MINIMIZE your personal and business Tax Liabilities; and MAXIMIZE your Cash-flow and Disposable Income.

 

Artists and DJs we want as clients.

#1)	Artists and DJs who are planning Concert Tours in cities in the USA, Europe, Asia, etc. (a) AND they are signed to a Major or Independent record company/label (Universal, Warner, Sony, Columbia, Atlantic, Capitol, etc). (b) OR they are signed to Main-Stage Music Festivals:-Ultra Miami(UMF); Tomorrowland; Mysteryland; Brazil for Cercle; France for Cercle; Bannaroo; Lollapalooza; Coachella; iHeartRadio; EDC; Seminole; Hard Rock Arena; Amsterdam; Ultra Europe(UEF); IBIZA; Electro-beach; MadCool; Airbeat One; Nature One; Munich Olympic Stadium; Bucharest Romania; Lanxess Arena Koln; Festival Les Vieilles Charrues; Chateau de Chambord; The 02 Arena; Leeds; Parklife; Wembley; Creamfields; Glastonbury; Super Sonic; Yokohama Arena, etc. (c) OR they are signed to their own Independent Label (INDIES); and they are planning Concert Tours in cities in the USA, Europe, Asia, etc:- We will put together a Realistic and Effective Budget, Forecast, Taxation plan, and a Strategic and Execution plan that will always let you know where you stand with Cash-Flow, Working Capital, Profitability, Taxes and Net Worth. We will ensure your tour is FINANCIALLY successful. We will save you Millions of dollars in non-essential/ unnecessary Expenses and Taxes and make the Net-Worth of those on the Fortune-100 list look like Pocket Change/Tips Money (Financial Leverage) while you keep a Busy and Lucrative performance itinerary of 50 performance dates in 90-days. You are "On-A-Roll"; and you are entertaining your Super-Fans with a medley of sing-along fan favorite hit-songs from your multi-platinum catalogue; and bedazzling the Media, Cross-over fans, Advertisers, and Sponsors with Back-2-Back monster hits from your grammy winning albums and your legendary on-stage theatrical performances; making each show/event an extravaganza, a masterpiece, and a commercial sensation, with stratospheric success accross the world-Straight-up, Legendary!! Time Management is VERY important to us. You have a lot of work to get done. Lets start today!!
#2)	In-residence Artists and DJs who have a Contract with/from a Casino or Hotel/Resort:- If you received income and you didnt file your tax returns(IRC Sections 111, 701, 6601 and 6651), the IRS and States can come after you FOREVER because you dont have a Statute-of-Limitation. You are responsible for filing your tax returns and paying your taxes on time even if your management company or booking agency had promissed to do it for you. There are Artists, Actors, Actresses, Baseball players, and DJs who have had tax problems withe the IRS and State. They have clearly discussed their experience in the media and in their book. Lets start working on that today!!
#3)	Artists and  DJs who want to resolve U.S. or Foreign Tax problems:- Interests and Penalties (Sections 6601 & 6651) for taxes owed are HOT. They can burn a BIG hole in your bank account(as high as 50% of the tax you owe). However, some of those interest and penalties can be completely forgiven. Filing for bankruptcy will damage your credit rating and wouldnt erase/wipe-out your tax debts; and the IRS and State will move quickly and put a LEVY against your bank accounts and a LIEN against your property and sell it at auction. If you have a mortgage on your property, the bank will come after you and your co-signers for full payment of the balance of the mortgage. That includes seizing the collateral that you pledged on your mortgage application form. You can ask those Artists, DJs, Actors, Actresses, and Baseball players who have had tax problems with the IRS and States. If you are DELINQUENT on Tax and/or Child Support payments in a Foreign Country, that debt should be settled before your plane lands in that countrys airport. Most importantly, respect the laws in those countries that host your shows/events. I can introduce you to people who have faced embarassing consequences for non-compliance. Your Entertainment Attorney will advise you accordingly. Lets keep it real!! Lets start working on that today!!

What we want UP-FRONT from Artists & DJs.

#1)If you are an Artist or DJ and you are planning a concert tour (for Verification and for Tax Planning purposes; and to save you millions of dollars in expenses and taxes) we want a copy of the contract that you signed with the Record Company/Label and with each Event Promoter or Booking Agent that book your tour/shows, including a copy of your Tour Schedule/Itinerary.

#2) If you are resolving a tax problem/dispute, in the USA or Overseas, we need a copy of the letter that you received from the IRS in the USA or the IRD in the Foreign Country. Lets work on that TODAY!!

 

What  More Do We Bring To The Table

Clients are Eager and Happy to do business with us because they know they are in Capable Hands. "We dont monkey around!". We get things done quickly. We deliver exceptional results everytime; and we are not a "One-trick Pony". Hence, in ADDITION to those Benefits that we have discusses above:-

a) Are you planning to sign a new contract/record deal? How about a deal like this:-80% Royalty and 50% Publishing rights, in addition to keeping ownership of your masters? Thats Leverage!! That is where your Money, Wealth, and Negotiating Power are. We work with clients who have those deals.

b)If you are a singer-songwriter and you perform your own original songs, how about an exclusive worldwide publishing deal that covers your full catalog/catalogue and future works? We work with clients who have those deals.

c)How about Royalty Auditing to ensure you have received every contractual distribution from record labels, merchandizing, publishing companies, etc? How about valuation of your recording/publishing catalog and catalog acquisition?

d)How about the Tax Aspects of Marriage, Separation, and Divorce? Time for  Reflection(A Reality Check). We have been following activities in Divorce Courts in the USA and the UK; so we know whats "COOKING". Men and Women who have received Big Divorce Settlements are Smiling because they hit the Jockpot, while those who have ignored the importance of legally protecting their assets, because they fell too deeply in love, have become Sitting Ducks and ended up paying a Fortune in Assets distribution, Attorneys fees, etc., in addition to having severe Traumatic Experiences (sleepless nights, regrets, frustration, depression, addiction, therapy, and rehabilitation). That frequently happens to high profile and high net worth people. Especially, those people in Sports and Entertainment. You can check out those dockets in Divorce Courts. Thats public information!!

e)We bring decades of Practical Insights, Strong work ethics, Integrity, and Quick, Effective, and Efficient business execution strategies to EVERY area/niche in the entertainment industry (Music, Films, Fashion, Sports, and Culinary). We also have in-depth knowlwdge and practical experiences in Real-Estate, Transportation, Hospitality, and Insurance; and We are current on issues that pertain to the U.S.A and European Employment & Tax Compliance rules in those industries. Our clients have received Exceptional Results and Peace-of-Mind.  

 

Events Execution Plan

Here is an E-mail we received: - "I have just signed with Columbia Records and I received an advance against my recording contract. Would you like to be my business manager?"

Reply to the E-mail: - Thanks for your Inquiry. We have received many similar offers. I would suggest that you signed to a Management Firm that has ties to a Booking Agency. They have a Roster/List of Talent Buyers (Talent Scouts) and Concert Promoters who will book your concert tours/shows at venues in the USA and Overseas. We are Entertainment Tax-Accountants and PR Experts. If you need me to get involve/participate, I can work independently and/or in tandem with your team. You will benefit tremendously from TWO of my specialties:-

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Public Relations & Crisis Management:- This is where the magic begins. This is where our UN-DIVIDED attention starts. We are Strategic, Tactical, and Factually-deep; and we are taking NOTHING for granted. We are leaving NOTHING to chance and NO MARGIN for error. This is where our PR Machinery goes into OVER-DRIVE. We are Pulling-Out ALL the stops. We are going HARD. Our clients LOVE the perfect timing and execution; and we could see those BIG SMILES on their faces. "We have EXCEEDED their expectations, BIG TIME!!". We have helped them promote/deliver unforgettable memories of their SOLD-OUT Concerts and In-residence Shows. In SUMMARY, while you are pumping-up the crowd with lyrics, your tour schedule will spread across the world like wildfire. We will ensure that ALL your marketing and press releases are effective and released timely to adequately publicized each venue, keep fans camping outside the venue; and fill each venue up to the City Permit Limit  for Special Event, NOT up to the venue capacity. (Using tight Security and Crowd Control Techniques in addition to having adequate Liability Insurance Coverage to protect you and your assets in case you are held liable for unforeseen contingencies such as "Inciting the Crowd" before and during the concert. We have seen the dangers that Frenetic Crowd have caused in Mosh Pits (Moshing) as fans rushed towards the stage and became disorderly. The melee is horrifying and heartbreaking. We are talking about  Stampedes, Mass Casualties, Mayhem, Permanent Injuries, and Lawsuits, as Attroneys look for every loophole to hold Artists, Venue, Organizer, Promoter, Ticket Agent, and Security Company accountable and liable for putting profit ahead of the life of attendees. That could damage your brand. Iconic Sponsors and Product Manufacturers will DROP you QUICKLY/FAST because they dont want to be associated with anything that will DEVALUE their BRAND; and they no longer see VALUE in you.

2)

Tax Accounting & Financial Management:- We will ensure Strict  Budgetary Controls and  RIGOROUS Financial Oversights; and we will seek Recourse to Recoup shortages during EACH event and during every leg of the tour on the tour calendar. We have heard Artists Complained that Venues/Shows were SOLD-OUT; but they ended up almost BROKE. (A female Artist/Superstar sued her Management Firm for Financial Mis-management and received a court settlement of $10 million. That is public information. It is in the court dockets in Manhattan, New York). Your income stream is a complexity of Royalties, Licensing, Intellectual Property and International earnings. We will ensure that your earnings from multiple income source/streams:- (music sales, concerts, merchandise, commercials, endorsements,  spokesperson, sponsorships, music publishing, Logo lease, book publishing & sales, speaking engagements, guest appearances, sound tracks, ringtones, voice-overs, jingles, modelling, acting, etc.) from the USA and Overseas are received and are properly accounted for; and are in the appropriate bank accounts (local bank, overseas/offshore bank). We will monitor your investments performances because many Artists and Band Members have lost almost all their investments to Business Partners and stock-market scammers/brokers. We will prepare a personal and business tax plan that will save you millions of dollars. Tax returns will be filed in a timely manner and in accordance with U.S. and International tax rules/treaties (International Taxation).

Our Business Operations Policy (Transparency / Clarity of Agenda):-We care about your Well-being; and your Present and Long-term Financial Successes. You will NEVER get stuck in a contract with us. You can terminate your agreement with us ANYTIME. We have seen how PEER PRESSURE has affected Artists who have refused to be String Along ("Refused to go along to get along") and get Strung Out. You can count on us for STRAIGHT-FORWARD advice that will help you side-step Controversies, Mischief, Malevolence, Scurrilous Attack, and other "Halla-baloos"; and stay FOCUS, and maintain your SANITY/ PRUDENCE and SELF-ESTEEME in a SOMETIMES weird / creepy / toxic / demonic / predatory environment. We do not disclose non-public personal information about our clients to anybody (IRC section 6713), except as permitted by law, through a power of attorney signed by our clients; or a court order directing us to make disclosure. We operate on the BUSINESS and PR sides of this industry; and we are Mission-Driven. We are focus on EXECUTION, FINANCIAL / FISCAL PRUDENCE, RESULTS, and ACCOUNTABILITY. We DONT need CHEAP Publicity. We are NOT hungry for  SCANDAL and DRAMA; and we DONT get involve in Un-necessary Criticism, Hatred, Malicious Mischief, and Conflict of Interest. Those things CANT bring us MONEY. Hence, every new Artist/client will undergo a verification and suitability check even when our MOST Trusted Advisors recommend them to us. We are leaving NOTHING to chance. Similarly, EVERYBODY is free to scrutinize us before they do business with us (PRO-ACTIVE Risk Management). We are Transparent (above-board), Factually-deep, and VERY Specific; and we Honor Our Obligations. Everything that we have done for our clients was discussed with them, and approved by them(Written Consent). They have taken our advice; and NONE of them have had to endure Financial hardship, or Taxation nightmares, or file for Bankruptcy.

 

Our Fee:- Barrys Accounting Services, Corp. delivers superb service at an unbeatable price. We have THREE pricing/fee structures. Pick ONE:-

#1) GIVE US CREDIT:- Dont pay us! Keep the money, and give us credit on your new album that is ready to be released.

#2) FULL  PACKAGE:- The fee is 3% to 5% (Value for Money). This is a Flat Fee for each service that we PROVIDE. This fee is NOTHING in COMPARISON to the PRICE you PAID on a 360 deal. It is DIFFERENT and BETTER than a 360 deal/agreement.

#3)TAXATION only:- The fee STARTS at US $1,275.

We are very efficient and business savvy. NOBODY works harder than us to bring clients EXCEPTIONAL results/benefits and Peace-of-Mind EVERYTIME. You have a lot of work to get done. Time Management is VERY important to us. Call us or send us an E-mail and lets start today!

 

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How I learn the Ins and Outs of the industry

#1)I have Studied Accounting & Taxation at NYU and the University of London.

#2)I have taken selective entertainment classes at Manhattan School of Music, and the University of Southern California to strengthen my business acume and communicate effectively with my clients and key people in the industry. This also enables me to see/spot opportunities that clients may have overlooked or didnt know existed; and execute their lofty strategic plans with optimal efficiency. My clients have confidence in me because I thoroughly understand their industry operations (Industry-Specific Knowledge), the goals they set for themselves, and the challenges they will face. They know they are in Capable Hands; and they know I have their back.

I am a BUSINESS MAN. I am NOT a musician; and I am NOT a music producer. However, I have an EAR for GREAT music and I have a comprehensive understanding of the industry operation; and I can speak the language. I have a collection of "Hits" from almost every genre of music. Some of the songs/music in my collection are "Vintage". Upon release, I can tell almost instantly that a song/album will become a hit/monster. I am correct 99.5% of the time. This is how I SCORE every SONG:- (Concept; great intro.; clarity; pace; structure/form; lyrical content; selection & flow; performance style; voice/vocals; artist/backup vocalizing; combination of notes and chords; chords progressions; modes; instrumentals; bars; chorus; punch lines; melody; rhythm; hooks; perfect timing; bridges; build-up/suspension; perfect drops; beats; volume; mix/remixes; arrangement; perfect sound; vibrancy/energy; etc...). When I am scoring the performance of a MUSICAL BAND (Rock & Heavy Metal):-AC/DC; Scorpions; U2; Metallica; Def Leppard; WhiteSnake; Bonfire; MotleyCrue; Iron Maiden; Judas Priest; Rolling Stones; Guns N Roses; Dire Straits; Led Zeppelin; Pink Floyd; Aerosmith; Poison, etc.) My score card will include additional comments like:-(Improvisational piece on the guitars and drums; Best sounding drums; Drummer is Epic/Heroic (beat, rhythm, tempo, flow, and timing are impeccable); Lead Guitarist has perfect timing & great performance style with improvisational piece; Guitars & Vocals are complementary and mesmerising; Electrified the audience; Their stage chemistry is amazing; Phenomenal harmonies; Poetically heartening & brilliant; A lyrical masterpiece; Original song and sound well produced; Live performance matches recorded version; Best version/awesome; Those songs/music are vintage but they are fresh like they were recorded yesterday; An extraordinary group).

#3)I have taken California Baby Bar Exam (Contracts, Tort, and Criminal Law).

#4)I have Worked temporarily/Internship for A&M Records and Arista Records in the 1980s.

#5)IRS Enrolled Agent-1989 to present (Music, Films, and Sports Tax Audits).

#6)Exceptional Results and Happy Clients are everything(Quick and Effective Execution). I have solved most issues in ONE day that have kept others frustrated for ONE month. I am "WICKED" with numbers. The more complex, the better; and the bigger the loopholes. I am a Taxation, Financial Strategist, and a Business Consultant for an entertainment giant(USA and Europe Divisions)- Non Disclosure Agreements or NDAs. I have Direct Access to Tax Strategists and Industry Consultants around the world. 

How we know about Artists & DJs:- Rolling Stone and Billboard Magazines subscriptions; YouTube; and promotional campaigns on Radio and TV in the USA and Overseas to publicized the release of their albums/singles and tour dates/bookings. We watch fans attendance, participation, and the energy in the venue/arena (stage presence, performances, and fans reactions).

How we obtain Artists & DJ clients:-Direct Mailing from our exclusive database; Family-Law Attorneys preparing Pre-nuptial and Divorce Agreements;  A&R; Artists Business Managers; AND Entertainment Attorneys. Every New client goes through a Verification/Suitability/Clearance check, even when our trusted advisors/contacts make recommendations to us. Thats the key we use to identifying when we must refuse an opportunity(Pro-active Risk Management).

We help each client Pick/Choose/Select specific services that they need; and those services are included in a written contract that is signed by the client and us. Barrys Accounting Services, Corp. will honor its agreement as stipulated in the written contract with the artist/artist manager. Services we can provide the Artist or DJ are as follows:-  Design business strategies and articulate strategic plans that fit into aggressive marketing and public relations campaigns; ensure tours and release of your album is treated as priority; establish a corporation to manage business-related income, expenses, and investments in accordance with current bookkeeping/ accounting and tax rules; provide the artist/manager with clear weekly/monthly financial reports; review promoters general/spectator liability insurance policy, event cancellation policy, artist non-appearance option; review contracts and modify exclusions, power of attorney, key-man clause, sunset clause, back-end/front-end deals, guarantees(multiple shows, favorable routing, bookings in other regions, etc.) and ensure the artist receives adequate and timely payment from the record label, publishers, promoters, sponsors, merchandisers, etc.; help the artist re-negotiate/buyout of existing contract(s) ONLY if the artist is our client and requests our involvement; budget and coordinate concert tours; communicate with booking agents, label A&R department, and sponsors liaisons; review prenuptial agreements and divorce decrees for tax consequences before the artist signs them; prepare a personal financial/retirement plan for the artist; plan, purchase, manage, and sell business entities approved by the artist; connect artist to overseas promoters and foreign entertainment accounting firms if the artist is our client and that service becomes necessary and it is in the best interest of the Artist; Audit(tour accounting, royalty, publishing and merchandising companies) and hold everybody accountable for the artists money; prepare personal and corporation tax returns; assist artist with purchasing, renovating, insuring, leasing, and selling real estate, boats and planes; screen key employees and business associates, and coordinate special events on your behalf.

 

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Income
1)	Appearances (promotional, opening act, headliner, movies, and fashion.)
2)	Tickets & VIP Packages (private parties, concerts, tours).
3)	Ancillary/Residuals (studio rents, merchandise sales, endorsements, sponsorships, and advertisers.)
4)	Royalties (recording/publishing company, copyright infringement, music library, book publishers, radio playlist, songwriting, film/movie soundtracks, etc.).

Non-Income
Charitable, goodwill, and public relations appearances.

General Expenses/Overhead
Support staff/entourage: Agent, managers, producers, coach, choreographers, security, secretary, chaperon, beautician, publicists, attorney, bookkeeper, accountant, master of ceremony/announcer, casting directors, photographers, technicians, musicians, and foreign and local promoters and distributors, etc.

Related expenses: Baby-sitter, maids, chef, butler, and gardener/caretaker (Forms W2, household employees vs. independent contractors), advertising and promotion, printing, postage, stationery, charitable contributions, insurance (property, health, disability, medical, and long term care), medical expenses, bank charges, pension contributions, transportation (air, limousine, tour buses, trucks), taxes and permits (local and foreign), meals, lodging, costumes, studio fees, rehearsal space, hall/stadium rent, lodging while on tour, leases, depreciation deduction, organizational expenditures/deferred expenses, musical instruments and related accessories, equipment repairs, opening acts/artist, stage lighting and decorations, audition fees, portfolio and resume, professional/membership dues, telephone and answering service, electricity, health club, physical training/education, script preparation, dance lessons, voice training, casual labor/stage hands, co-writers, record producers, mixers, taste makers, remixers, hit makers, engineers, co-publishers, costumes, rehearsal clothing/props, tips backstage (dressers, doormen, porters, bell hops, etc.), theatre books, sheet music, scripts, score cards, the cost of attending plays, movies, and concerts to observe trends in your industry and to maintain and improve skills in your profession, celebration, and special events in accordance with industry norm.

 

The Scorpions		Def Leppard
Judas Priest		Bonfire

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